2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 735 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lexus GS (441 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (145 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lexus |
| Model | Lanos | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 71 L |
